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This tasty stew is an enjoyable way of vegetables and plant-protein! Garbanzos (chickpeas) provide protein and soluble and insoluble fiber. Since they score low on the glycemic index, they are ideal for individuals who have diabetes or prediabetes. Garbanzos are a...
This delightful and easy-to-make recipe can make either "meatballs" or oat burgers. Ingredients: 4 cup water 1/2 cup unfermented soy sauce or Braggs Amino Acids* 1/3 cup cold-pressed oil 1 cup pecan meal or other nut meal 1/4 cup yeast flakes 2 teaspoons garlic powder...
Legumes are rich in soluble fiber and diabetic-friendly because they have a low glycemic index. This recipe is easy to make and tasty. When purchasing legumes, avoid the brands with unusual additives. Ingredients 1 (14.5) can green beans, drained 1 (25 oz) can...
Cashews contain useful fats, antioxidants, and plenty of fiber. The protein in cashews has all the essential amino acids and is of high biological value. The phytosterols in cashews have positive effects on cardiovascular diseases because of their ability to reduce...
Lentils are rich in proteins, essential amino acids, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals. Because they score low on the glycemic index, their consumption is beneficial for individuals with diabetes. Studies have linked lentil...
Peanuts are rich in protein and soluble fiber, folate, niacin, magnesium, selenium, arginine, and α-tocopherol. They contain the monounsaturated fatty acid, oleic fatty acid. Additionally, peanuts contain phytochemicals such as polyphenols and phytosterols, that help...
Enjoy this sugar-free recipe! Ingredients 1 tablespoon of yeast dissolved in 1/4 cup of warm water 2 c cornmeal 1 cup wheat flour 1 cup organic quick oats 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce 2 cups hot water Directions: Mix dry ingredients together....
Tofu is a complete protein, low in calories and low on the glycemic index. High in calcium and a good source of selenium, tofu supports bone health. Tofu is high in protein and contains all the essential amino acids your body needs. Additionally, it has good amounts...
This delicious pudding is only fruit sweetened and is free of dairy and eggs. Vegan. If you skip the granola crumbs, it is gluten free. Ingredients: 1¼-1½ c pineapple juice 1 c hot, cooked millet 2 tbsp cashews 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp salt ¾ c dried pineapple pieces 1 c...
Have you ever experience a medical wake-up call? Sometimes these calls can be opportunities for progress. Here Luesette Howell shares her life changing wake up call. “Wake-up calls:” events that cause us to “take notice.” Some go unheeded; but ignoring wake up calls...